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• MALL TRAFFIC MADE EASIER: FORD ANSWERS CUSTOMER REQUESTS FOR BETTER VEHICLE VISIBILITY
  Maneuvering through crowded mall traffic is a challenge on a good day. It is even less fun when it comes time to back out of the parking spot it took you so long to find.
• NEW 2009 FORD F-150 HAULS AWAY ACCOLADES
  The new 2009 Ford F-150, which already delivers unmatched capability and unsurpassed fuel economy, is now quickly piling up awards and honors from many of the auto industry’s top organizations and publications – including the Motor Trend 2009 Truck of the Year.
• FORD TRIPLES SUPPORT OF BREAST CANCER RESEARCH AND AWARENESS WITH $1.8 MILLION RAISED IN 2008
  Pam Ruthven, of Beverly Hills, Mich., plans to give a dear friend a very meaningful gift this holiday season – a beautiful woven scarf from Ford’s Warriors in Pink apparel line.
• DECEMBER 23 FORD E-NEWS
  Award winning Ford Flex is finalist for 2008 North American Car of the Year; Ford’s Warriors in Pink raised more than $1.8 million for breast cancer research; 2009 Ford F-150 earns top honors; F-Series on track to maintain leadership; Ford’s 2010 Mustang available for children ages 3 and up
• 41 mpg! All-new FORD Fusion hybrid IS NOW America’s most fuel-efficient mid-size car
  The all-new Ford Fusion Hybrid is now officially America’s most fuel efficient mid-size car with a certified 41 mpg rating in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, topping the Toyota Camry hybrid by 8 mpg in the city and 2 mpg on the highway.
• FORD FLEX RACKS UP IMPRESSIVE LIST OF HONORS
  With its distinctive design and host of class-leading technologies, the all-new 2009 Ford Flex has been earning acclaim from consumers and critics alike.
• FORD MOTOR COMPANY WELCOMES ACTION TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY FUNDING TO GM AND CHRYSLER
  “As we told Congress, Ford is in a different position. We do not face a near-term liquidity issue, and we are not seeking short-term financial assistance from the government,” Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally said. “But all of us at Ford appreciate the prudent step the Administration has taken to address the near-term liquidity issues of GM and Chrysler. The U.S. auto industry is highly interdependent, and a failure of one of our competitors would have a ripple effect that could jeopardize millions of jobs and further damage the already weakened U.S. economy.”
• DECEMBER 17 FORD E-NEWS
  Ford’s Fiesta global small car is off to a fast start in Europe; 2009 Ford F-150 named Motor Trend Truck of the Year; All-new Ford Flex named Automobile All-Star; Best-in-class aerodynamics help F-150 achieve unsurpassed fuel economy; Ford’s 2010 Mustang available for children ages 3 and up
• FORD FLEX NAMED AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE ALL-STAR
  The all-new 2009 Ford Flex has been named one of AUTOMOBILE Magazine’s 2009 All-Stars.
• F-150 GAINS FUEL EFFICIENCY AND AERODYNAMICS WHILE BEEFING UP TOUGH TRUCK IMAGE
  When Ford Motor Company set out to redesign the F-150 – the 2009 Motor Trend Truck of the YearTM and the best selling pickup of the past 31 years – the truck team knew it wanted to improve fuel efficiency. Even before fuel economy jumped from 10th to third place among pickup buyers’ top purchase considerations, the design team knew it needed to deliver a substantial improvement over the outgoing model, without sacrificing any capability.
• all-new ford f-150 receives prestigious motor trend 2009 truck of the year award™
  The all-new Ford F-150, America’s best-selling full-size pickup delivering class-leading capability and unsurpassed fuel economy, today was named 2009 Motor Trend Truck of the Year™.
• MEDIA ADVISORY: MOTOR TREND TO PRESENT FORD PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
  Ford to receive prestigious Motor Trend 2009 Truck of the Year award at employee celebration.
• 2009 Ford F-150 Awards
  Awards and accolades for the new 2009 Ford F-150
• FORD’S NEW FIESTA GLOBAL SMALL CAR OFF TO A FAST START IN EUROPE; COMING TO CHINA IN ’09, U.S. IN 2010
  The new Ford Fiesta – the stylish subcompact that is ushering in a new wave of global cars from Ford – is off to a fast start in Europe.
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• FORD’S ICONIC F-150 NAMED ‘2009 BEST REDESIGNED VEHICLE’ FROM KELLEY BLUE BOOK’S KBB.COM
  Editors at Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com today announced that Ford’s all new 2009 F-150 – an American icon with class-leading capability and unsurpassed fuel economy – has earned the title of "2009 Best Redesigned Vehicle."
• ALL-NEW 2009 FORD FLEX, 2009 F-150 RECOGNIZED AS MOST ‘ACCESSORY-FRIENDLY’ VEHICLES AT 2008 SEMA SHOW
  The all-new 2009 Ford Flex and the new 2009 Ford F-150 are the most “accessory-friendly” SUV and truck respectively, according to members of the automotive media who selected winners for this year’s SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) Design Awards.
• 2009 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID 2.5-LITER ENGINE MAKES LIST OF ‘10 BEST’ NAMED BY WARD’S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
  Ward’s Automotive Group has named Ford’s redesigned Escape and Mariner hybrid engine to its 2009 10 Best Engines list.
• FORD HELPS SENIORS ASSESS DRIVING SKILLS; OFFERS SAFETY FEATURES WITH OLDER DRIVERS IN MIND
  Ford Motor Company is expanding its sponsorship of a pilot program with the non-profit Traffic Improvement Association (TIA) to help older drivers test their skills and evaluate their ability to safely operate motor vehicles.
• DECEMBER 10 FORD E-NEWS
  Ford’s 2.5-liter hybrid engine makes Ward’s annual ‘10 Best Engines’ list; Ford F-150 named ‘2009 Best Redesigned Vehicle’ by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com; Ford helps older drivers assess their skills; Ford Flex and F-150 voted most ‘accessory friendly’; 2009 Lincoln MKS showcases tech as part of WIRED store
• FORD, LEAR EARN ACCOLADES FOR INNOVATIVE USE OF SOY FOAM IN SEAT CUSHIONS
  Ford Motor Company’s commitment to being a ‘green’ automaker goes beyond improving fuel economy and reducing carbon emissions. Ford also is leading the industry in its award-winning use of environmentally friendly, soy-based foam in seat backs and cushions.
• Ford Motor Company Statement on Proposed Congressional Automotive Industry Bill
  DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 8 – As we told Congress, Ford is in a different position. We do not face a near-term liquidity issue, and we will not be seeking a short term bridge loan. But Ford fully supports an effort to address the near-term liquidity issues of GM and Chrysler, as our industry is highly interdependent and a failure of one of our competitors could affect us all.
• FORD VOLUNTEERS HELP FEED THE HUNGRY ON ACCELERATED ACTION DAY OF GIVING AND SHARING
  More than 700 Ford employees and retirees have stepped away from the business of building cars and trucks, and stepped into local missions, shelters and food distribution centers to help feed the hungry in their local communities.
• FORD CEO ALAN MULALLY TESTIFIES ON CAPITOL HILL
  Mr. Chairman, Senator Shelby, and members of the Committee. Since the last hearing, I have thought a great deal about the concerns you expressed. I want you to know I heard your message loud and clear.
• FORD CEO ALAN MULALLY TESTIFIES ON CAPITOL HILL
  Mr. Chairman, Senator Shelby, and members of the Committee. Since the last hearing, I have thought a great deal about the concerns you expressed. I want you to know I heard your mes